South Derbyshire Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

South Derbyshire’s crime rate in January 2026 stood at 4.7 per 1,000 residents, a figure that places the area 30.9% below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This continued divergence from national trends underscores the area’s relatively low levels of criminal activity, though certain categories—particularly violence and sexual offences—remain the most prevalent. With 266 incidents reported, these crimes accounted for nearly half of all recorded offences, a share that, while significant, is 8% below the UK average for the same category. The second most common category, vehicle crime, saw a notable increase in January, though it remains below the UK average. This contrast between local and national trends may reflect the area’s specific characteristics, such as its mix of urban and rural landscapes, which could influence both the types and frequencies of crimes recorded. Seasonal factors also played a role, with January’s post-holiday period and reduced retail footfall likely contributing to a lower incidence of shoplifting and other retail-related crimes compared to the festive months. However, the sharp rise in vehicle crime may be linked to increased traffic during the holiday season or changes in local traffic patterns that persisted into January. The overall crime profile for the month illustrates a balance between stability in some categories and pockets of growth in others, a dynamic that requires careful monitoring. While the area’s low crime rate is a positive indicator, the increases in specific categories—particularly vehicle crime and theft from the person—highlight areas where residents may need to remain vigilant. These trends, combined with the broader context of the UK’s higher average rates, suggest that South Derbyshire’s crime picture is shaped by both local factors and national patterns, with the potential for further shifts as the year progresses.

January 2026 saw sharp increases in vehicle crime, which rose by 95.7% from 23 to 45 incidents—a surge that outpaced national trends, as the UK average for vehicle crime remained steady at 0.4 per 1,000. This spike may partly reflect post-holiday activity, with increased vehicle movement in the area potentially contributing to the rise. Concurrently, theft from the person doubled, with a 100% increase from one to two reported incidents, a figure that, while small in absolute terms, warrants attention given the area’s generally low rates for this category. Violent crimes remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 48.5% of all incidents, yet they were 8% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences. This contrast with vehicle crime highlights a shift in the crime mix, with property-related offences growing in prominence. Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, remained significantly lower than the UK average, at 57% below, a trend consistent with the area’s broader pattern of reduced incidents in non-violent categories.

South Derbyshire's crime rate in January 2026 remained stable compared to the previous month, with a 3.1% decrease from 4.8 to 4.7 per 1,000 residents. This slight downward trend contrasts with the national context, where the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000 highlights the area’s continued position as one of the safer local authority districts. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 18 crimes per day, a figure that, while consistent with historical patterns, underscores the need for ongoing vigilance. When considering the monthly exposure, one crime occurred for roughly every 214 residents over the course of January, a statistic that reflects the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to the UK average. This rate is particularly notable in the context of South Derbyshire’s population of 117,493, where the distribution of crimes across property and violent categories has remained broadly consistent with previous months. The stability in overall numbers, despite fluctuations in specific crime types, suggests that broader social or environmental factors may be influencing local patterns more than isolated incidents.